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# Ruby Developer at MKS2 Technologies

- **Company:** MKS2 Technologies
- **Location:** Remote
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-08-18
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-10
- **Apply:** https://www.mks2.com/job/6145954004?gh_jid=6145954004

## Job description

MKS2 Technologies, LLC, an award-winning high growth small business, creates innovative and customer-centric technology solutions in the areas of Cyber Security, Instructional Design and Training, Software Engineering and IT Support Services to improve the security and well-being of our clients. Our commitment to excellence and our “Mission First” orientation has resulted in steady growth and an expanding client base across government agencies. We have employees nationwide and for the past three consecutive years were named one of the fastest growing Veteran-owned companies in the nation. Please take a moment to browse through our website and learn more about what it means to serve with MKS2.

Ruby Developer

Location: Remote (U.S.) Salary: $140,000 - $150,000 annually Clearance: Public Trust Eligible

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Ruby Developer to design, develop, and maintain APIs supporting mission-critical applications within the VA Lighthouse platform. The ideal candidate is a strong Ruby on Rails engineer with experience building scalable, secure, and high-performing APIs in a collaborative Agile environment.

## Key Responsibilities

- Design, develop, and maintain REST and GraphQL APIs.
- Write production-grade Ruby code for core services and applications.
- Collaborate with technical leadership to ensure code quality, security, and maintainability.
- Develop integrations with internal, external, and third-party systems.
- Create and maintain API documentation and development standards.
- Implement authentication, authorization, encryption, and API security best practices.
- Monitor and optimize API performance, reliability, and scalability.
- Support API versioning and backward compatibility.
- Troubleshoot production issues and participate in Tier 1/Tier 2 on-call rotations.
- Promote the use of AI-enabled development tools to improve productivity and code quality.

Required Qualifications

- 6+ years of Ruby on Rails development experience.
- Strong experience designing, building, and supporting APIs.
- Experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL, or other relational databases.
- Experience with RSpec testing framework.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience working in Agile software development environments.

## Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm.
- Familiarity with OAuth and secure software development practices.
- Experience with Git version control.
- Experience with Sidekiq or similar asynchronous processing tools.
- Exposure to Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architectures.
- Federal government experience preferred.

Clearance & Eligibility Requirements

- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
- Candidates must have lived continuously within the United States for the previous three (3) consecutive years to meet federal background investigation requirements.
- Must successfully pass a government suitability review and background investigation.

Technologies

Ruby on Rails • PostgreSQL • MySQL • REST APIs • GraphQL • RSpec • Sidekiq • Docker • Kubernetes • Helm • OAuth • Git • Java • Spring Boot

Join a mission-driven team helping modernize digital services that improve access to benefits and healthcare for millions of Veterans nationwide.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: MKS2 Technologies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

## About MKS2 Technologies

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: MKS2 Technologies is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that provides IT, cyber security, and strategic consulting services to federal government agencies and commercial clients.
- **Entity Type**: Private (SDVOSB)
- **Headquarters**: Austin, Texas, United States
- **Founded**: 2008
- **Founders**: Brendan Mullen

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: Defense & Space / Government Services / IT Services
- **Target Customers**: B2G (Federal Government – DoD, VA, Army, Navy), commercial clients
- **Mission / Purpose**: “Mission, Knowledge, Strategies, and Solutions” – Helping clients define their mission, leverage domain knowledge, formulate strategies, and implement effective solutions.

## Products & Services
MKS2 Technologies is a services company, not a product company. Its core offerings are:
- **IT Enterprise Solutions**: Design, implementation, sustainment, and management of IT infrastructure for federal agencies.
- **Cyber Security Services**: Cyber security support, compliance, and engineering (e.g., PAM, SOAR, SOC/NOC operations).
- **Strategic & Management Consulting**: Agile capability-driven approach to solve analytical and operational challenges.
- **Instructional Design & Training**: Computer training, professional development, and educational support services.
- **Enterprise Application Development**: Custom software development and systems integration.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue – USD **$24.9 million** (LinkedIn estimate)
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: No external investors; key clients include the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, U.S. Army, and U.S. Navy. In 2023, MKS2 won a **$221 million Army contract** for the Transition Assistance Program.
- **Growth Signals**: Named to the **Inc. 5000** list in 2024 (ranked #3,037 overall, #92 in Government Services). However, headcount declined 49% year-over-year to 143 employees, signaling a possible restructuring or shift toward higher-value contracts.

## Competitive Advantages
- **SDVOSB Certification**: Provides preferential status in federal contracting.
- **Founder’s Military Background**: Founded by a former combat veteran and West Point graduate, the company’s values align with federal mission needs.
- **Deep Federal Network**: Long-standing relationships across intelligence, national security, and civilian agencies.
- **Agile Methodology**: A capability-driven, rapid-response approach that differentiates it from traditional integrators.

## Strategic Focus
- **Current Priorities**: Expanding support for defense and veteran-related programs (e.g., Transition Assistance Program), maintaining key federal contracts, and recruiting cleared technical talent.
- **Growth Direction**: Likely to deepen its footprint in cyber security, cloud engineering, and automation (SOAR, Dynatrace) while leveraging its small business status to win set-aside contracts.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: “Collaborative & Innovative,” with a focus on employee well-being and open communication. The company emphasizes that “the most important asset of any organization is its people.”
- **Work Environment**: Hybrid/remote opportunities exist for some roles (e.g., Dynatrace Instrumentation Engineer is remote), but many positions require on-site support at federal locations (e.g., Washington DC, Annapolis Junction, Tucson). Personnel are located in 43+ states plus overseas (Germany, Italy, South Korea).
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, life) starting the first of the month after hire; bonus programs (signing, time-in-grade, performance); 15+ days of paid time off; educational assistance (class reimbursement, college debt programs, professional development, book buy-back).
- **Engineering Culture**: Focus on technical roles like cyber security, systems engineering, and software development. Employees often come from or go to other defense contractors (General Dynamics, Booz Allen, Serco). The company values long-term commitment and professional growth.

## Sources
1. [MKS2 Technologies Website](https://www.mks2.com/)
2. [MKS2 Technologies Careers Page](https://www.mks2.com/careers/)
3. [MKS2 Technologies LinkedIn Profile](https://www.linkedin.com/company/mks2-llc)
4. [MKS2 Technologies Inc. 5000 Profile](https://www.inc.com/profile/mks2-technologies)

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